About the Tour
Embark on a memorable journey from the famous church at Sainte-Mère-Église to Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc. Along the way, also discover the medieval treasures of Normandy in Bayeux and Rouen, then conclude in Paris to learn about the tragedies under occupation and triumphs after liberation. Discover the lesser known stories of France, and experience this country in a new way. Even if you have been to France before, this tour promises to uncover history you’ve not yet learned!
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Download the official Battle of Normandy and Liberation of Paris brochure for a full listing of inclusions, accommodations, and other useful information.
Full Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE PARIS / TRANSFER TO NORMANDY
Arrive into Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) / Transfer to Normandy by private motor coach / Free time in Bayeux / Welcome dinner at local French restaurant
Accommodations: Hotel d’Argouges (D)
Day 2
US AIRBORNE / UTAH BEACH
Accommodations: Hotel d’Argouges (B, L)
Day 3
BAYEUX / CAEN
Explore the medieval history of the Normandy region
Bayeux Tapestry / Guided tour of Bayeux Cathedral / Free time for independent lunch / Journey to Caen and tour the Mémorial de Caen / Group dinner
Accommodations: Hotel d’Argouges (B, D)
Day 4
POINTE DU HOC / OMAHA BEACH / NORMANDY AMERICAN CEMETERY
Honor the ground troops who came ashore in the Omaha Beach area and reflect on the immense sacrifices made on D-Day
Omaha Beach Sector / Pointe du Hoc / Included lunch / Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial / Farewell to Normandy dinner
Accommodations: Hotel d’Argouges (B, L, D)
Day 5
ROUEN / TRANSFER TO PARIS
Guided walking tour of Rouen / Notre-Dame Cathedral / Joan of Arc Tower / Gros-Horloge / Independent Lunch and Free Time / Transfer to Paris
Accommodations: Hôtel du Louvre (B)
Day 6
PARIS UNDER OCCUPATION
Driving tour of Paris landmarks / Group lunch / National Resistance Museum
Accommodations: Hôtel du Louvre (B, L)
Day 7
LIBERATION OF PARIS
Liberation Museum / Free time in Paris / Farewell Dinner
Accommodations: Hôtel du Louvre (B, D)
Day 8
TRANSFERS TO CHARLES DE GAULLE
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) for independently scheduled flights home
(B)
Program Inclusions
- Full-time logistical Tour Manager
- Expert local battlefield guides
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers (when arriving & departing on scheduled group tour dates)
- 4 nights accommodations in historic, hand-picked, fully-renovated hotel in Normandy
- 3 nights accommodations in 5-star Paris hotel
- Private, first-class, air-conditioned motor coach transportation
- VIP access to sites not offered on other tours Video oral history presentations from the Museum's collection
- Gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, and servers
- Personal listening devices on all included touring
- 7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, and 4 Dinners
- Beer, wine, and soft drinks with included lunches and dinner
- Informative map book including useful battlefield maps and archival images to be used throughout your journey
- Personalized luggage tags and customized name badge
Destination Map
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